{"product_id":"qbp423509","title":"Garmin ETXv3 Speaker Light Caps, 12V, White LED, Aluminum, Pair","description":"\u003ch6\u003eOverview\u003c\/h6\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Garmin JL Audio LED light caps for ETXv3 and VeX enclosed speaker systems is a pair of rear caps that add a down-firing LED light to compatible tower and enclosed speaker pods. They mount to the back of the enclosure and let you aim the light where you want it before tightening the locknut, which is handy when you are trying to light up a cockpit walkway, transom area, or the deck below a hardtop.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePower is taken from a switched +12V supply, with short-circuit protection handled by an in-line fuse holder on each cap’s positive lead. Each LED circuit uses a 150 mA fuse, so the total fuse sizing scales with how many LED circuits you are running on that switch.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch6\u003eKey features\u003c\/h6\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDown-firing LED strip built into each rear cap for lighting the area below your enclosed speaker pods.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnects to a switched +12V source; LED circuits can be wired in parallel for one switch control.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn-line fuse holder on each cap’s positive lead, using a 150 mA fuse per LED circuit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstalls through the rear logo cap using a single drilled hole (7\/16 in), then seals by tightening until the O-ring is fully compressed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan be retrofitted over an enclosure’s existing rear logo cap after drilling and deburring the center hole.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClearance note: the rear cap adds thickness behind the enclosure (varies by size), which matters on tight tower mounts and under hardtops.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndependent light cap functionality is not compatible with M3 or M6 ETXv3 and VeX systems equipped with RGB LED lighting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch6\u003eVariants\u003c\/h6\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis product is offered in multiple configurations to match the enclosure size on your boat.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe size option reflects which enclosed speaker systems the light caps fit, and the added rear thickness differs by size. Electrical hookup and installation steps are otherwise the same across the range.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e010-13699-00: Size 7.7 in \/ 6.5 in. Fits 7.7 in ETXv3 enclosed tower speakers and 6.5 in VeX enclosed systems, adding 0.655 in of thickness to the rear of each enclosure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e010-13700-00: Size 8.8 in. Fits 8.8 in ETXv3 enclosures, adding 0.741 in of thickness to the rear of each enclosure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch6\u003eInstallation and setup\u003c\/h6\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlan on removing the speaker from the enclosure to access the rear logo cap and wiring. The rear logo cap is drilled at center using a 7\/16 in drill bit, then any sharp edges should be filed so the wiring and seal are not damaged. Feed the cap’s wiring and threaded stud through the hole, seat the cap flush, then rotate it to aim the downlight before tightening the locknut until the O-ring is fully compressed and no longer visible.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf your tower or hardtop has limited clearance behind the enclosures, measure the available space first. The caps add thickness to the rear of each enclosure, which can affect clamp position and cable routing through tower legs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch6\u003eElectrical and system integration\u003c\/h6\u003e\u003cp\u003eWire the LEDs to a switched +12V circuit and a proper negative ground. For short-circuit protection, use the supplied fuse holder on each cap’s positive lead and keep the fuse holders outside the enclosure. Fuse sizing is based on the number of LED circuits you are powering, at 150 mA per circuit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor marine installations, keep these lights off the vessel’s navigational lighting circuits. Treat them as utility or courtesy lighting so you can control them independently without affecting required running lights.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch6\u003eWhat’s included\u003c\/h6\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 LED light caps (pair)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eM10 locknut tool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 M10 x 1.5 nylon-insert flange locknuts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 in-line fuse holders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 150 mA fuses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 female connectors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch6\u003eUse cases on board\u003c\/h6\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese light caps make the most sense on boats where the enclosed speakers are mounted high and the area below them stays dark at the dock. They are a good match for wake boats, center consoles with hardtops, and cruisers with tower-mounted audio, where a downlight helps with boarding, stowing lines, or moving around the cockpit after sunset.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch6\u003eMaintenance and care\u003c\/h6\u003e\u003cp\u003eRinse the caps with fresh water after saltwater use and check the wiring exits and fuse holders during routine electrical inspections. If you remove the caps for service, re-seat the O-ring and tighten the locknut fully so the seal is restored.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Garmin","offers":[{"title":"7.7\"\/6.5\"","offer_id":52271047671989,"sku":"QBP423509-V1","price":349.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"8.8\"","offer_id":52271047704757,"sku":"QBP423509-V2","price":349.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0977\/8171\/1029\/files\/1306977_qbp423509.webp?v=1771552612","url":"https:\/\/www.qualityboatparts.com\/products\/qbp423509","provider":"Quality Boat Parts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}